St Edward's Church of England Academy
64%
Capacity
848
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Edward's Church of England Academy
St Edward's Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Havering community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 848 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Edward's Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jodie Hassan, it falls under Havering local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.05 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 46.1. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. Additionally, ranked 1403rd out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 17 in Havering.
St Edward's Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 375 applications for 196 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 136 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Edward's Church of England Academy include Library, Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Astro Turf, Sixth Form Centre, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Theatre, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Badminton, Hockey, Rounders and 4 more, as well as clubs including Young Enterprise, Drama, Eco Club, Orchestra and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Havering, St Edward's Church of England Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | London Road, Romford, Havering, RM7 9NX |
| Headteacher | Jodie Hassan |
| Local Authority | Havering |
| Number of Pupils | 848 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 848 / 1,334 (64% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.05)
1403rd of 3,141
Nationally
341st of 487
In London
10th of 17
In Havering
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make similar progress to students nationally with the same starting point
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
32.4
'22/23
26.6
'23/24
22.4
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed196
375
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
136 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's Church of England Academy
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
London Road, Romford
Havering, RM7 9NX
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Opening Hours
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